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“Molly and her staff supported me completely through a drawn out divorce. My ex and his lawyer did everything they could to bleed me dry and drag the proceedings out. Molly is extremely compassionate and professional. I highly recommend her.”

Molly is rated AV - the highest possible rating- by her peers through the Martindale and Hubble rating process and has been recognized as a Superb Family Law attorney and Client's Choice 2012 by Avvo.com.

Molly has also been named by Seattle Met Magazine as one of Seattle's top family law attorneys.

Tatyana received her B.S., cum laude from the University of Washington in 1999 and her J.D. from the University of Washington School of Law in 2002. Washington Law & Politics magazine has selected Tatyana as a "Rising Star" for four consecutive years, from 2009 through 2012. Tatyana practices in the areas of Family Law and Employment Law.

Stacey Smythe has over 24 years of experience in representing Northwest clients in cases ranging from divorce (amicable and high-conflict), modifications, child custody, paternity, child support and domestic violence. Additionally I have experience to provide counsel in drafting Wills, Complete Estate Planning consultation and Probate Administration.

Last month, we discussed the advantages of supervised visitations for some families going through child custody disputes or divorces. Today, we will share information about the benefits of supervised exchanges or monitored exchanges for some families.

What is a supervised exchange? Much like supervised visits, monitored exchanges involve the participation of a third party in addition to the two parents or guardians. This third party – who could be a friend, relative, or social worker – is present when the child or children transition from one home to another.

What are the Advantages of a Supervised Exchange?

Your children will benefit from a drama-free exchange that is positive and consistent.

Children will not experience stress or worry before or after an exchange.

Children will avoid observing conflict that could involve fighting, yelling, arguing, coldness, name-calling, or even physical abuse.

If something goes wrong at the exchange, a neutral witness will be there to observe the issue.

Exchange monitors can help parents understand ongoing concerns or explain issues that might arise during visitations or at exchanges.

The third party can help the parents by giving objective information about the exchange and help both parents through the transition.

In cases with histories of domestic violence or abuse, supervised exchanges can make everyone feel more safe and secure.

Monitored exchanges may be especially beneficial to parents who have difficulty communicating in the months after a divorce, or child custody case, or to children who feel insecure about transitioning from one household to the other. Some families only need supervised exchanges for a few weeks or months after a visitation schedule begins, while others need support for longer amounts of time.

Do you have a question about supervised visitation, supervised exchanges, or Washington child custody law? Speak with a Seattle child support lawyer today about your case. The attorneys at the Law Offices of Molly B. Kenny offer private, confidential consultations. Call today at 425-460-0550.

Molly B. Kenny's Bellevue family law office is conveniently located on Lake Bellevue Drive, making it easily accessible to those in the greater Seattle area. Our divorce and child custody lawyers help men and women get the information, guidance, and compassionate representation they need.